Project Scientific Officer and Assistant Recruitment at HBCSE TIFR 2026

Maharashtra, India Posted Last verified

Quick Info

Vacancies
Vacancies: 2
Employment Type
Employment Type: Contract, Temporary
Pay Scale
Pay Scale: ₹63,900 - ₹84,200 per month
Qualification
Qualification: Master's Degree in Science (Physics/Applied Physics/Astrophysics/Electronics/CS) or B.E./B.Tech for Officer roles; B.Sc./B.S. in any subject for Assistant roles.
Experience Required
Experience Required: This recruitment is suitable for both freshers and experienced candidates, with some posts asking for relevant work experience of up to 2 years. Check the role-wise criteria in the official notification before applying.
Age Limit
Age Limit: Upto 28 years
Application Mode
Application Mode: Walk-in Interview
Deadline
Deadline:

Vacancies under this Notification

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The Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE), a national nodal centre of TIFR Mumbai, is conducting a walk-in selection process for project-based scientific positions in 2026. These roles are ideal for candidates passionate about science communication, Olympiad programmes, and educational material development within a premier research environment. Joining HBCSE offers a unique opportunity to contribute to national-level educational initiatives like the Physics Olympiad and regional science newsletters. Eligible graduates and postgraduates in Science or Engineering can advance their careers in science outreach and pedagogy through these temporary yet extendable project roles.

  • Positions are initially for one year with potential extensions up to two additional years based on performance.
  • The recruitment focuses on the Physics Olympiad Cell and the Anandi newsletter project for science outreach.
  • Candidates should prepare a self-attested set of documents and the prescribed application form for the walk-in interview.
  • Freshers are explicitly encouraged to apply for these scientific project roles if they meet the educational criteria.
  • Selection involves a walk-in process which may include written tests, skill tests, and personal interviews.

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Additional Salary Information

Honorarium includes HRA. Project Scientific Officer - B: Rs. 84,200/- (Incl. HRA Rs. 12,852/-). Project Scientific Assistant - B: Rs. 63,900/- (Incl. HRA Rs. 9,558/-).

Important Dates

Notification Date 20 June 2026
Walk-in Date (Project Scientific Assistant - B) 07 July 2026
Walk-in Date (Project Scientific Officer - B) 16 July 2026
Registration Time 09:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Selection Process

Walk-in-Selection Written Test (at the discretion of the centre) Skill Test (at the discretion of the centre) Interview

Application Fees

No Application Fee

Reservation

All posts are Unreserved (UR).
SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates can apply for UR posts without age relaxation.

How to Apply

  • Download the official application form from the HBCSE website.
  • Fill the application form completely in all respects.
  • Prepare self-attested copies of all educational and experience certificates.
  • Attend the walk-in selection process at HBCSE, Mankhurd, Mumbai on the specified dates.
  • Ensure you arrive between 09:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. for registration on the interview day.
  • Bring the duly filled application form along with all original documents for verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

These are temporary project-based positions initially for one year, extendable up to a total of three years based on project requirements and candidate performance.

Yes, candidates from SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories can apply for these Unreserved (UR) posts, though they will not be eligible for age relaxation.

No, project staff recruited under this advertisement will not be entitled to Institute-provided accommodation.